Thai handbag brand HOUSE OF LITTLEBUNNY captures ASEAN spotlight

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23 March 2026, 16:12

BANGKOK — Thai fashion brand HOUSE OF LITTLEBUNNY is gaining traction across Southeast Asia, driven by celebrity exposure, social media strategy and growing demand from international visitors.

The brand has drawn attention after several Thai celebrities, including Lingling Kwong, Orm Kornnaphat, and the pairing of Freen Sarocha and Becky Rebecca, were seen incorporating its handbags into their everyday looks. Their appearances, both on and off screen, have contributed to rising interest in the brand, particularly among younger consumers and fashion followers.

Rather than focusing solely on high-fashion appeal, HOUSE OF LITTLEBUNNY positions its products as practical and wearable. The brand offers a variety of designs intended for daily use, alongside a wide selection of colours — more than 50 in total — allowing customers to personalise their bags to match individual styles and occasions.

A defining feature of the brand is its “Infinity and Beyond” logo, developed from the letter “L” and designed as a continuous line. The symbol reflects ideas of continuity and growth, drawing inspiration from feng shui concepts, and has become a recognisable element of the brand’s identity.

The company’s expansion has been supported by its digital-first approach. Founder and CEO Laksika Kannasut was an early adopter of Facebook Live as a sales and marketing tool, using it to present products through lifestyle-driven content. This strategy helped build a strong domestic customer base before gaining traction overseas, particularly in Indonesia through online sharing.

As demand increased, the brand began attracting resellers and tourists travelling to Thailand to purchase items in bulk. Its products have since become a popular choice among regional visitors, contributing to its growing presence beyond the domestic market.

Now marking its 10th anniversary, HOUSE OF LITTLEBUNNY operates six retail locations across Thailand, including branches in major Bangkok shopping centres. The brand continues to expand both its physical and online channels, aiming to reach a wider audience in the region.

Energy Ministry says Thai diesel cheaper than Malaysia

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23 March 2026, 15:21

Thailand Iran US Israel Gas — A gas station attendant fills the tank of a car in Bangkok, Thailand, Monday, March 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

BANGKOK — The Energy Ministry on 23 March insisted that domestic diesel and petrol prices remain under control despite rising global oil prices triggered by the Middle East conflict.

Speaking at Government House, Watcharin Boonrit, Deputy Director of the Energy Policy and Planning Office, said Dubai crude surged to US$158 per barrel on 20 March, up 122% from pre-crisis levels, putting pressure on Thailand’s energy costs. However, the government has used the Oil Fuel Fund to stabilise domestic prices and limit the impact on living costs.

Retail diesel prices currently stand at 31.14 baht per litre, while gasohol E10 is priced at 33.50 baht per litre. Authorities have also promoted the use of biofuels, including biodiesel, to reduce reliance on imports.

The ministry said fuel prices across ASEAN have continued to rise, including in Malaysia, Vietnam and Singapore. Diesel prices in Malaysia have reached around 38–39 baht per litre, higher than Thailand’s levels. Officials said the government will continue to manage prices to ease the burden on consumers while maintaining the stability of the Oil Fuel Fund, and urged the public to conserve energy.

Trump places statue of Christopher Columbus near the White House

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23 March 2026, 14:08

Trump Columbus Statue — This photo provided by Will Hemsley shows a statue of Christopher Columbus being lowered into place at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building in Washington, Sunday, March 22, 2026. (Will Hemsley via AP)

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A statue of Christopher Columbus has been placed on the grounds of the Eisenhower Executive Office Building adjacent to the White House, the latest effort by President Donald Trump’s administration to recognize the controversial explorer.

The statue is a replica of one that was tossed into Baltimore’s harbor in 2020 during Trump’s first term at a time of nationwide protests against institutional racism.

Trump endorses a traditional view of Columbus as a leader of the 1492 mission seen as the unofficial beginning of European colonization in the Americas and the development of the modern economic and political order. But in recent years, Columbus also has been recognized as a primary example of Western Europe’s conquest of the New World, its resources and its native people.

“In this White House, Christopher Columbus is a hero, and President Trump will ensure he’s honored as such for generations to come,” the White House posted on X.

“We are delighted the statue has found a place where it can peacefully shine and be protected,” said John Pica, a Maryland lobbyist and president of the Italian American Organizations United, which owns the statue and agreed to loan it to the federal government for placement at or near the White House.

The statue, made mostly of marble, was created by Will Hemsley, a sculptor based in Centreville on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

The original statue was toppled by protesters on July 4, 2020, and thrown into Baltimore’s Inner Harbor after anger boiled over following the death of George Floyd at the hands of police. It was one of many statues of Columbus that were vandalized around the same time, with protesters saying the Italian explorer was responsible for the genocide and exploitation of native peoples in the Americas.

In recent years, some people, institutions and government entities have displaced Columbus Day with recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day. President Joe Biden in 2021 became the first U.S. president to mark Indigenous Peoples Day with a proclamation.

Trump dismisses the shift on Columbus as “left-wing arsonists” bending history and twisting Americans’ collective memory. “I’m bringing Columbus Day back from the ashes.,” he declared last April. Echoing his 2024 campaign rhetoric, he complained that “Democrats did everything possible to destroy Christopher Columbus, his reputation, and all of the Italians that love him so much.”

Grow food, raise chickens: senator’s advice on rising costs

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23 March 2026, 13:17

BANGKOK — A senator has advised Thai households to grow vegetables and raise animals to cope with rising living costs driven by the Middle East crisis.

Speaking during a Senate session at Parliament on 23 March, Senator Patima Jiraphat said surging energy prices have pushed up the cost of goods across the board, citing a 20-satang increase in egg prices per piece. He also warned of a potential price hike for Mama instant noodles, describing the product as a key indicator of people’s survival due to its affordability.

He urged the Commerce Ministry to closely monitor price increases, noting that while some rises reflect higher production costs, others may be opportunistic. Any adjustment, he said, should be clearly explained, including cost structures and the percentage increase, rather than sharp jumps without justification.

The senator said the crisis has spread beyond energy to affect a wide range of goods, including plastic products due to higher raw material costs. He suggested promoting greater use of biodiesel in the agricultural sector and encouraged households to adopt self-sufficiency measures, such as growing vegetables, raising two chickens per household, and farming fish, as a long-term solution if global tensions escalate further.

Police seize 21 million meth pills, 320 kg crystal meth across five cases

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23 March 2026, 12:42

CHIANG MAI — 23 March 2026, Police Region 5 announced the seizure of 21 million methamphetamine pills and 320 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine across five major drug cases, with 10 suspects arrested and six vehicles confiscated.

At 11:00, Pol. Lt. Gen. Kritthaphon Yeesakorn, Commissioner of Police Region 5, led a press briefing at the Kumkaew Kwan Dao Clubhouse conference hall at the Police Region 5 headquarters in Mueang Chiang Mai district.

2banner 5 — Signs from Song Police Station list the seized drugs: 21,002,000 methamphetamine pills and 320 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine

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Seizure of 7 million methamphetamine pills. Five suspects arrested, along with one car and three motorcycles, in Chiang Khong district, Chiang Rai.
Seizure of 3,502,000 methamphetamine pills in Wiang Chai district, Chiang Rai.
Seizure of 320 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine. Three suspects arrested, with three cars confiscated, in Sop Prap district, Lampang.
Seizure of 8 million methamphetamine pills in Song district, Phrae.
Seizure of 2.5 million methamphetamine pills. Two suspects arrested, with two cars confiscated, in Mae Phrik district, Lampang.

Diesel spill after tanker overturns on Mittraphap Road

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23 March 2026, 12:39

Diesel spill after tanker overturns on Mittraphap Road

NAKHON RATCHASIMA — 23 March 2026, A diesel tanker overturned on Mittraphap Road spilling fuel across the carriageway and slowing traffic, with three people slightly injured, police said.

Highway Police from Ban Som service unit were alerted at around 07:00 to the accident on Highway 2 between kilometres 207–208 on the outbound lane from Bangkok. Officers and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene.

Authorities found a large tanker lying on its side in the middle of the road, with diesel leaking and spreading over a wide area, posing a hazard to motorists and causing significant congestion.

Three people sustained minor injuries and received first aid at the scene before being taken to a nearby hospital. All were reported to be in stable condition.

Officials worked to contain the spill using absorbent materials and washed the road surface to reduce slipperiness and prevent further accidents. Traffic police were also deployed to manage congestion and ease the backlog of vehicles.

The cause of the crash remains under investigation. Authorities urged motorists to exercise caution, particularly when driving over oil-contaminated surfaces.

Thousands gather at Angkor Wat for Equinox sunrise

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23 March 2026, 12:20

654980502_1320258479924834_8956071615744644489_n — Photo : Apsara National Authority

SIEM REAP, Cambodia — More than 30,000 tourists gathered at Angkor Wat on the morning of 22 March 2026 to witness the breathtaking Equinox sunrise over the temple’s central tower. Visitors from across the globe came to experience the rare alignment of the sun with the temple’s main spire, a phenomenon that highlights the advanced astronomical and architectural knowledge of the Khmer Empire.

Angkor Wat, located in Siem Reap, is a Theravada Buddhist temple complex and the largest religious complex in the world. Constructed between 1113 and 1150 CE during the reign of King Suryavarman II, it was originally built as a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu. From the late 13th century onward, the complex gradually transformed into a Buddhist temple and has remained an active centre of Buddhist worship for centuries.

The Angkor area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992 in recognition of its historical, architectural, and cultural significance.

Royal Khon troupe brings Ramakien to the Mekong in Nongkhai

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23 March 2026, 11:51

NONG KHAI — On 22 March, the Phaya Naga Cultural Plaza in front of Lamduan Temple along the Mekong River became the stage for a royal Khon performance of the Ramakien, featuring the “Hanuman Chanchamkaeng” set. The event was presided over by Deputy Minister of Interior Songsak Thongsri.

Among the attendees were Khunying Chanthanee Thanarak, Assistant to the King’s Private Secretary, Pinit Jarusombat, Vice President of the International Confucian Federation and Chair of the Thai-Chinese Cultural Council, and Saransak Srikruanetr, Governor of Nong Khai. Hundreds of local residents and tourists gathered to watch the special performance.

The troupe from Sala Chalermkrung Royal Theatre performed the royal Khon with the King’s gracious permission. Nong Khai marks the eighth province nationwide to host this performance, continuing the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s and Queen Sirikit’s vision to preserve Thailand’s high classical performing arts. The event aims to instil appreciation for Thai culture among students, government officials, local communities, and visitors, while also promoting tourism in the province.

Summer storm tears roofs off homes in Nong Khai

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23 March 2026, 11:43

NONG KHAI — 23 March 2026, A summer storm has damaged dozens of homes in Hat Kham subdistrict, Mueang Nong Khai district, with local officials rushing to assess the impact and provide assistance.

Hat Kham Municipality chief Mr. Thaworn Chaichan and his team inspected affected areas in Ban Fai village on the morning of 23 March, after a storm struck the area late on 22 March, bringing strong winds and hail in some locations.

One resident, Mrs. Chanpheng Chaipat, 77, said powerful gusts tore off the entire corrugated metal roof of her two-storey half-concrete, half-wooden house. She said water began leaking from above before winds intensified. Although similar storms had occurred in the village long ago, this was only the second such incident she had experienced. After the rain subsided, she found the roof had been completely blown away.

house1 3 — Mrs. Chanpheng Chaipat, 77, said powerful gusts tore off the entire roof of her house

Another resident, Mrs. Phiu Khenaphum, 73, whose house is of similar construction, also suffered roof damage, with strong winds ripping away metal sheets and scattering them elsewhere.

house2 1 — Mrs. Phiu Khenaphum, 73, points to where her roof was torn off by strong winds during the storm

No injuries were reported.

Initial assessments in Ban Fai village indicate about 60 households were affected, with around four homes severely damaged. In some cases, entire roofs were blown off, while others were partially damaged. Approximately 300 residents have been impacted. Agricultural structures and livestock pens were also damaged.

Officials said they will compile detailed damage reports to determine further assistance for affected residents.

Miss Grand Thailand 2026 stuns with bold national costumes

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23 March 2026, 10:03

Miss Grand Thailand 2026 stuns with bold national costumes

BANGKOK — The much-anticipated “Best National Costume” round of Miss Grand Thailand 2026 delivered spectacle and creativity, as 77 contestants showcased bold, unconventional designs on stage.

Nawat Itsaragrisil, president of Miss Grand Thailand and Miss Grand International, hosted the competition under the theme “Grand Evolution” at MGI Hall, 6th floor of Bravo BKK shopping centre. Contestants from across the country presented elaborate costumes inspired by local identity, ranging from beliefs and faith to food, animals and famous regional produce, each aiming to represent their province with distinction.

The event, hosted by Sarunrat Phuekpipat (Kotchabel) and Sakul Limpapanon (Champ), featured large-scale, highly stylised outfits, some towering and theatrical, drawing strong reactions from the audience.

Following the show, organisers invited the public to vote via the Miss Grand Thailand Facebook and Instagram pages until 12:00 on 25 March to help select the Top 20 Best National Costume finalists. Ten contestants will be chosen by public vote, with the remaining ten selected by judges.

The winner and four runners-up will be announced during the Grand Final on 28 March at 19:00, streamed live on YouTube channel Grand TV. The winning costume will also earn the opportunity to be worn at the Miss Grand International 2026 pageant in India.

The Best National Costume winner will receive 100,000 baht and a trophy, while four runners-up will each receive 30,000 baht, sponsored by HYA Booster Serum & VIT C Bio Face Serum.

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